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Carl Zeiss Sonnar 250mm f/5.6 CF Superachromat
Carl Zeiss
Discontinuedmedium-format
Superachromat: Zeiss states colour correction from about 400 to 1,000 nm, so no infrared focus index is needed. T-coated rather than T*. Carl Zeiss Sonnar 250mm f/5.6 CF Superachromat: 6 elements in 6 groups, 3m minimum focus, Hasselblad series 60 bayonet filters, 985g.
- Focal length
- 250mm
- Max aperture
- f/5.6
- Mount
- Hasselblad V
- Format
- medium-format
- Elements / groups
- 6 / 6
Known for
- Fine art
- Landscape details
- Studio portraits
- Nature
Considerations
- Slow f/5.6 aperture
- Tripod recommended
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)5, level 5 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance5, level 5 of 5
CA control5, level 5 of 5
Vignetting control5, level 5 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Exceptionally smooth
Rendering: Reference grade optical quality
Colour: Perfect color with zero CA
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Costly to repair if optics are damaged
Buying guide
Test the leaf shutter at all speeds and listen for hesitation. Check the glass for haze or fungus and the focusing for smoothness.
Specifications
| Mount | Hasselblad V |
| Focal Length | 250mm |
| Max Aperture | f/5.6 |
| Min Aperture | f/45 |
| Min Focus | 3m |
| Filter Size | 60mm |
| Weight | 985g |
Optical design
| Formula | Sonnar |
| Elements | 6 |
| Groups | 6 |
| Special | Special optical glasses and crystals for superachromatic correction (400–1000 nm) |
Pricing
- Typical used price (US market)
- $2000 - $3500
- Mint
- ~$4500
Indicative, no dated source.